All Europe
- Long cherished, the shorter workweek loses ground in Europe
Since the economic crisis hit in Europe, aggregate hours for full-time workers have increased across the European Union, according to a new report.
- As grain prices rise, so does Germany's debate over biofuel
Two German cabinet members have squared off on whether biofuel production is contributing to higher food prices. Biodiesel and bioethanol provide about 6 percent of the overall fuel supply.
- How Russia transformed Pussy Riot into international cause célèbre
Few people took much note of Russia's Pussy Riot punk band before it was put on trial for blasphemy. Now even Putin supporters are sympathizing with the young women.
- Pussy Riot sentence: How did it play in Russia?
The Pussy Riot punk band's harsh sentence drew swift Western condemnation. More important for Putin will be how it influences the views of Russians, especially the elite.
- As London quiets down, British bask in a post-Olympic glow
London 2012 gave Britain a patriotic boost – not to mention spectacular results at the medal table. Not everything, though, was as rosy as hoped.
- Germany debates plan to pay stay-at-home moms
Germany's conservative coalition is pushing to pay moms who stay home to care for children ages 1 to 3. Opposition parties are outraged, calling the plan an antiquated take on family politics.
- Ecuador grants asylum to Julian Assange, founder of WikiLeaks
Ecuador grants asylum to Julian Assange, citing human rights concerns, as the UK continues to insist on his extradition to Sweden to face allegations of rape.
- Checklist for disaster first-responders: food, blankets – and wi-fi
An Irish-based aid agency has developed a wi-fi system for use immediately after a natural disaster, when communications can be near-impossible. The US Navy is testing it this week.
- Investigation: Norway police could have stopped Breivik sooner
Norwegian investigators blamed authorities for 'abrogation of responsibility,' but stopped short of blaming specific individuals.
- In London's riot-torn neighborhoods, Olympics buzz feels far away
A year after Britain's worst rioting in decades, scars remain in London's Tottenham district. Many young people in cities say that rioting could break out again as poor conditions persist, says poll.
- France dismantles camps, deports Gypsies
Unlike former President Sarkozy's virulent anti-immigrant media campaigns, the new Socialist government says it is motivated by health, sanitation, and security.
- Was Putin in charge during Georgia war? Medvedev begs to differ.
On fourth anniversary of the Georgia war, Russia's President Putin said he was in close contact with then-President Medvedev. He also created a stir by saying Russia had a 'war plan' before the conflict.
- Sarkozy ignites furor with push for foreign intervention in Syria
Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy, who spearheaded air strikes in Libya, wants 'rapid' foreign intervention in Syria. Critics say the two conflicts are not remotely comparable.
- Germany debates not an Olympic rower's form, but her choice of boyfriend
A national debate exploded after media reports that athlete Nadja Drygalla's boyfriend was linked to the far-right NPD party. Now, her rowing future may be in question.
- Madonna, in Moscow, wades into Pussy Riot trial controversy
The Russian Orthodox church, responding angrily to Madonna's sympathy for the embattled Pussy Riot punk rock group, charged that 'this little singer is openly mocking our laws.'
- Russians fear Pussy Riot trial is just the start
The women who make up the punk group Pussy Riot are being prosecuted for "religious hatred," which many Russians see as the Kremlin's latest tactic for silencing dissent.
- Pussy Riot trial: Putin expresses hope for 'correct decision'
Popular sentiment about the trial of Pussy Riot, a band accused of profaning a Russian Orthodox altar, has shifted amid dismay over the women's harsh treatment. Putin has now weighed in.
- Spain arrests three Al Qaeda suspects amid concern about 'lone wolves'
Spanish officials have arrested three suspected Al Qaeda operatives. They say the militants were planning an attack in Spain or possibly other European countries.
- Boris! Mayor of London is biggest winner at London Olympics.
Boris Johnson's cheerleading of the Games has earned him legions of fans among the British public and made him the Conservative Party's favorite to replace Prime Minister David Cameron.
- Cuban car crash: Driver contributed financial support for dissidents
The Spanish driver in a crash that killed two Cuban dissidents last week is being held while charges are formalized. Could his support for dissidents play into a diplomatic crisis?